Victor Acquista
Bio
Victor Acquista, M.D. has become a successful international author and speaker following careers as a primary-care physician and medical executive. He writes both fiction and non fiction.
More info at www.victoracquista.com
Stories (8/0)
Too Hot for Health
While a heat wave presently grips the country and increases the chance for serious heat-related illness, keeping your cool, and reducing the chance of compromising your health are important considerations throughout the year. Here are some tips to help keep you going when it gets too hot for health.
By Victor Acquista5 years ago in Longevity
Getting a Good Night’s Sleep
Oh sleep! it is a gentle thing, Beloved from pole to pole!—The Rime of the Ancient Mariner More than one quarter of the U.S. population reports occasionally not getting enough sleep, while nearly 10% experience chronic insomnia. Many people have difficulty falling asleep, sleeping through the night, or getting a restful sleep. This often leads to a reliance or even a dependence on prescription or non-prescription medications or herbs to help overcome sleep difficulties. In general, I urge caution in utilizing an approach founded upon medications or botanicals to be used in this manner; although, I do see a place for them. The basics of good sleep hygiene should be recommended as an initial point for anyone experiencing insomnia or having frequent trouble getting a restful sleep.
By Victor Acquista5 years ago in Longevity
When is it Time for Nursing Home Placement?
The decision for yourself or a loved one to enter a nursing home can be one of the most difficult and conflicted decisions you or your family can make. I would like to present some of the rational and emotional factors which often are wrapped up in this decision making.
By Victor Acquista7 years ago in Longevity
The Healing Power of Forgiveness
Readers of this book about health and wellness might find it a bit odd to see the topic of forgiveness discussed as a health issue. Yet, when you consider that forgiveness is associated with many health benefits, it makes a lot more sense. Forgiveness has been shown to reduce blood pressure, chronic pain, stress, anger, and depression. Forgiveness has also been shown to increase optimism, sense of wellbeing, hope, compassion, and self-confidence. If I were to offer you a prescription that could do all these beneficial things, you might be skeptical. You might think I was peddling some snake oil miracle cure or that any such drug was quite possibly illegal. But you do not need a prescription to achieve these health benefits. Forgiveness is available to you without a prescription and at no cost. So, as a way to achieve better health, let’s examine this health-centric topic of forgiveness.
By Victor Acquista7 years ago in Longevity
Don't Touch My Stuff!
Quietly, with absolutely no fanfare or public announcement, I have declared, “War”! I admit that I have a mild propensity to let things pile up. Horizontal surfaces around the house provide opportunities for temporary storage, even if temporary can stretch into months or even years. My wife, on the other hand, does not share this inclination. Indeed, she is, what I refer to as, a clutter Nazi. She does not allow, permit, condone, or begin to understand, “temporary storage until I can review later”. She does not tolerate disorganization.
By Victor Acquista7 years ago in Humans
An Exercise Prescription for You
Exercise is an important component of fitness and therefore of any wellness program. People exercise for many reasons, most commonly for weight loss, strength conditioning, improving flexibility, aerobic conditioning, and/or toning. It’s important to understand some basic principles about exercise as a way to help you achieve your fitness goals.
By Victor Acquista7 years ago in Longevity